Finding travel, fun, and adventure in a 9-to-5 life.
Live, Wander, Play
Chronicles of a part-time nomad
“Not all those who wander are lost”
– J.R.R Tolkien
Hello! I’m Vivian. I’m a resident of beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia, in Canada.
I adore travel and have had the privilege of having travelled to 53 countries so far. I feel most happy on the go, moving from one place to another and learning ever more about the world around me, but I’m not a full-time traveller. I have a job like most of you, and all the 9-to-5 obligations that come with it. I do believe that life is for living however, and I’ve made it my life’s mission to fit as much travel and adventure while building a career, managing finances, and planning for the future while still living in the moment.
No one knows how many days we’re going to be allocated in life. I’m hoping this blog serves as a source of inspiration to other busy individuals to prioritize enjoyment of life, travel and adventure, as much as they prioritize their other responsibilities.
Live, Wander, Play
This blog is a balance of my thoughts and experiences on life, travel and having fun. Click on categories below to read about my musings about living, wandering and playing.
Recent Blog Posts
- Aruba on a Budget
The Dutch overseas island of Aruba is a small island in the southern Caribbean Sea just next to the coasts of Colombia and Venezuela. With its pristine white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, and year-round sunny weather, Aruba is known as “One Happy Island.” Visitors can dive into vibrant coral reefs, enjoy world-class windsurfing, and immerse themselves… Read more: Aruba on a Budget - How to Pack for Long-Term Travel
What to Pack for long-term travel – whether it be for a month, a gap year, or for indefinite travel – can be overwhelming. On one hand, you want to make sure you have everything you might need for a long period of time or even an indefinite period of time away form your home… Read more: How to Pack for Long-Term Travel - Top Sights in Vientiane, Laos: 2 day itinerary
Vientiane is the vibrant capital city of Laos, nestled along the Mekong River. The city exudes a spellbinding mix of Asian and French influences. In blog post I will highlight how to visit the top sights of Vientiane, Laos in a 2 day itinerary. I had a short, but memorable 2 day visit to Vientiane… Read more: Top Sights in Vientiane, Laos: 2 day itinerary